"Find out what you're made of."
What is the InBody?
It's abody composition analysis that uses the Bioelectrical Impedance (BIA) to send a safe, low-level electrical current through the body. This current quickly passes through the water in the body.
Evaluate thebody weight distribution in lean mass and fat mass for each segment to assess health and nutrition status.
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lean mass
muscle, water, bones and organs
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fat mass
The results of the InBody divide the body into 4 components:
protein | fat | water | minerals
What does it measure?
Total Body Weight
Measures the total mass of the body, including muscle, fat, bone, and organs.
% Visceral Fat
It is the fat found in the abdominal area and around organs. It is associated with health complications such as cardiovascular problems, type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
% Muscle Mass
Mide la cantidad de masa muscular presente en el cuerpo. Esto es útil para evaluar la salud muscular y el rendimiento físico.
Total Body Water
Estimate the amount of water present in the body. Hydration status.
% Body fat
Determines the amount of fat in relation to total body weight. This is important to assess health and risk of obesity-related diseases.
Bone mass
Measures the bone density of the bones.
Why should I do it?
Body composition is an indicator of the health and physical condition of people.
The results will help you understand where the levels of fat and muscle are distributed in the body, hydration status and bone health among others.
It acts as a guide to help you achieve your goals and assess your state of nutrition and health.
InBody in Nutrition
It is a great tool for ccreate more specific nutrition programs and monitor the success of interventions.
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Assess current body composition
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Patient follow-up with past data
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Know the state of hydration and bone health
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Assess basal metabolic rate
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Plicometry Replacement (fold measurement)
Frequent questions
1 / How long does the test take?
Between 15 to 20 seconds, depending on the model used.
2 / Who can do the InBody?
From children to the elderly except people with:
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pacemakers and implanted defibrillators
Not recommended during: menstrual cycle and pregnancy
3 / Where can I do it?
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Healthcare specialists who have InBody in their office
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Centers endorsed with InBody